Myers C1, Fraser R1
1AARNET PTY LTD, , Australia
Biography:
Chris Myers is a senior technology and solutions specialist at AARNet, Australia’s National Research and Education Network (NREN). He has worked with AARNet since 2015, serving in solutions architecture and research technology roles focused on advanced networking, research data management, cloud services, and high-performance computing environments.
Ryan is the Director, Research and Innovation at AARNet and leads AARNet’s engagement with the research sector. Over the past 25 years, Ryan has worked in a leadership capacity across many parts of the research and infrastructure sectors with a focus on program delivery, innovation and strategy.
Abstract:
Quantum Key Distribution (QKD) enables highly secure key exchange in the face of advancing quantum computing. This work presents a proof-of-concept deployment evaluating feasibility, performance, and integration with existing networks. It examines “metro scale” fibre use, interoperability with conventional encryption, and key metrics such as error rates, key generation, and resilience, offering insights into QKD’s role in future secure communication systems.
